1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 108 | 330 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |